1964 Tatra T603 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1964 Tatra T603 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,470 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Tatra T603 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1964 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Tatra T603 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Tatra | Wartburg |
| Model | T603 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
